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Being any type of athlete including a good golfer requires exercises to build strength, balance and flexibility. The body, however, needs time to recover , which is why trainers advise athletes to rest. . Relaxation is an important part of training in order to improve performance. . Relaxation enables you to fight stress and play this sport better. One important type of relaxation is sleep.

According to a recent study, one-third of Americans are sleep deprived. What happens when you don't get the sufficient sleep you need?

o You feel fatigued

o You have trouble concentrating

o Your mood drops

o You are at higher risk for injuries, depression, heart attacks and other serious diseases

o You may have memory problems

o There is an increase in your cortisol level

Normally, a body needs 8 hours of sleep; most Americans sleep less than 6. In some studies, people who sleep 2 hours before midnight perform better and are in lower risk of acquiring health problems compared to people who sleep at midnight. For sleep deprived golf players, they lost 3-5 strokes per round.